Head Chef & Menu Innovation Lead

Japan Foods Holding Ltd; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Japan Foods Holding Ltd is seeking an experienced kitchen supervisor to lead a fast-paced culinary team in North Carolina. You will prepare high-quality meals, ensure menu standards, and oversee inventory and sanitation.

Qualified candidates will have a Diploma in Culinary Arts and 3–5 years of professional cooking experience, with strong leadership, communication, and creativity in menu planning. Nights and weekends may be required to support busy service.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Culinary Arts or related field required.
• 3–5 years of professional cooking experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to work under pressure.
• Proficient in scheduling kitchen staff; creative menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals to meet menu standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Supervise kitchen staff and manage food inventory.
• Develop new recipes and seasonal menus.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff for seamless service.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Scheduling

Cooking skills

Creativity in menu planning

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Japan Foods Holding Ltd is seeking an experienced kitchen supervisor to lead a fast-paced culinary team in North Carolina. You will prepare high-quality meals, ensure menu standards, and oversee inventory and sanitation.

Qualified candidates will have a Diploma in Culinary Arts and 3–5 years of professional cooking experience, with strong leadership, communication, and creativity in menu planning. Nights and weekends may be required to support busy service.